County Reminds Motorists of Safety Considerations

Winter weather is here, and the County would like to remind residents of some important safety considerations for motorists to take in order to make their travel as safe as possible.

Motorists are encour­aged to equip their vehi­cles with chains and/or snow tires and carry a con­tainer of sand and a shovel in their vehicle. Barrels of sand for public use are placed at locations that historically become icy and slick during storms, including:

San Ildefonso South at both ends of the guardrail

North Mesa Road east of the roundabout

Near the end of 37th Street off of Diamond Drive

At the dead end of Gold Street/Arroyo Lane

Near the intersection of State Road 4 and Rover in White Rock

Near the intersection of North Road and Quemazon

Other locations within Quemazon

Streets may be snow-packed and slippery dur­ing winter storms. Road condition updates will be broadcast on several popular regional TV and radio stations when streets become so hazardous that motorists might encounter delays.

It is the responsibility of every motorist to have their vehicle properly equipped and serviced to handle such condi­tions, and to drive their vehicle carefully and courteously during adverse conditions.

During storms, drivers are asked to be alert and courteous to County crews, who will be doing their best to keep the streets open and safe for traveling. Please assist them in this difficult task by yielding to their efforts, and keeping a safe distance away to avoid having vehicles struck by flying sand and salt.

Residents with questions or concerns are asked to call the County’s Snow Control Center at 662-8397. Information about road conditions for State highways is available on the New Mexico State Highway and Transportation Department’s Hotline: 1-800-432-4269.